Supply Chain Excellence - Assistant Manager

Job SummaryResponsible for supporting the Supply Chain Director in driving performance, efficiency, and decision-making across the end-to-end supply chain. The role focuses on planning accuracy, inventory optimization, cost control, supplier performance, and logistics efficiency, supported by strong analytics and reporting. Acts as a central coordination point across functions, ensuring data-driven insights, operational alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives.Job Responsibilities Supply Chain Planning & S&OP / IBPSupport the S&OP / IBP process by consolidating inputs from Sales, Finance, and Operations.Monitor demand vs. supply alignment and highlight risks.Track and improve forecast accuracy.Provide insights for decision-making.Inventory Management & OptimizationMonitor inventory levels.Identify slow-moving and excess stock.Optimize inventory vs. service levels.Support inventory policy developmentLogistics & Fleet OptimizationTrack logistics performance and costs.Optimize fleet utilization& efficiency.Identify cost-saving opportunities.Ensure service level alignment.Procurement & Supplier PerformanceTrack supplier performance (OTIF, lead time).Analyze supplier reliability.Support cost optimization.Assist in supplier evaluation.Analytics & ReportingDevelop dashboards and reports.Ensure timely and accurate reporting.Support executive decision-making.Standardize KPIs.Systems & DataSupport ERP/SAP usage.Ensure data accuracy.Recommend system improvements.Support automation.Cost OptimizationIdentify cost-saving opportunities.Support transformation initiatives.Drive efficiency improvements.Cross-Functional CoordinationAct as liaison across functions.Ensure alignment of plans.Support issue resolution.Job SpecificationBachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration or related.4–6 years in Supply Chain, at FMCG Company.Proficiency in written and verbal Arabic and English language.Certifications: APICS, CPIM, CSCP are plus.